Legally Blonde

by Nell Benjamin

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Take back the books and pack (Em7)up the clothes.

Clear out the room and drop (Gsus2)off the key.

Leave with what’s left of my (Gsus2)dig ni ty.

Get in the car and just (F)go.

Chalk it all up to ex (Em7)pe ri ence.

They said I’d fail but I (Gsus2)dis a greed.

Who could say then where my (Gsus2)path would lead?

Get in the car and just (F)go.

Well, now I (Fmaj7)know.

(C)Back (Csus)to (C7)the (Abmaj7)sun,

back to the (Gm)shore,

back to what (Cm7)I was be fore.

(Cm7)Back where I’m (Abmaj7)known,

back in my (Gm)own

ver y small pond.

(G)Laugh with my (Cmaj7)friends

when I ar (D6)rive,

we’ll drop the (Em7)top and just drive.

That’s fine with (F6/9)me.

Just let me (C6/9)be,

le gal ly blonde.

(D)Thanks for your help and for (F#m)all you’ve done.

(D)Thank you for treat ing me (A)de cent ly.

(D)May be some day you can (A)vis it me.

(F#m)Give me a call, say hel lo.

Wait, (A)where are you go ing?

(D)Sor ry I’m let ting down (F#m)ev ’ry one.

What brought on this?

(D)You did your best with a (A)hope less case.

You are the best thing a (A)bout this place.

Elle, you should (Gmaj9)know...

What a bout (G)love?

I nev er men tioned (Dsus)love.

The (D)tim ing’s bad, I (Em)know.

But, per (G)haps, if I’d made it more (Cmaj9)clear that you be long right (D)here, you would n’t have to (Em)go.

’Cause you’d (Fmaj7)know that I’m so much in Back to the (Bbmaj7)sun,

back to the (C6/9)shore,

(F)back to what (Dm7)I was be fore.

Lie on the (Bbmaj7)beach.

Dream with in (C6/9)reach.

Don’t stray

be yond.

(G)Some girls fight (Cmaj7)hard.

Some face the (Bm)trial.

Some girls are (Em)just meant to smile.

If you can (Cmaj7)hear,

can I just (Bm)say

how much I (Em)want you to stay?

It’s not up to (F6/9)me.

Just let me (C6/9)be

le gal ly (G)blonde.

I need you to stay.

It’s not up to (Fmaj9)me.

Just let me (Cmaj7)be

le gal ly (G)blonde.

Legally Blonde by Nell Benjamin — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Legally Blonde” by Nell Benjamin in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of G at 142 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Legally Blonde" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Legally Blonde"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
What other Nell Benjamin songs work for kids?
Try "Ireland", "Omigod You Guys", "Serious". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.